S.B. No. 890 is a legislative bill that amends the Government Code to expand the definition of "active judicial officer" and "retired judicial officer" for the purpose of issuing licenses to carry handguns. The bill specifically adds "a statutory probate court" to the list of courts where an active judicial officer may serve. Additionally, it modifies the definition of a retired judicial officer by including those appointed to serve as judges of constitutional county courts, statutory county courts, or statutory probate courts, while removing the previous references to specific sections of the law regarding visiting judges.

The bill stipulates that the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning that any offenses occurring before this date will be governed by the law in effect at that time. This ensures that the new provisions do not retroactively affect prior legal situations. The bill has passed both the Senate and the House with significant support, indicating a strong legislative backing for the proposed changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 411.201 (Government Code 411)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 411.201 (Government Code 411)
Engrossed: Government Code 411.201 (Government Code 411)
House Committee Report: Government Code 411.201 (Government Code 411)
Enrolled: Government Code 411.201 (Government Code 411)